Neeraj Soni
Strategic Forecasting Manager @ MSD | Forecasting, Marketing Analytics, Project Management
- Role
- Strategic Forecasting Manager at MSD
- Location
- Pune, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Neeraj Soni
I have 7+ years of experience in stakeholder management, forecasting, and data-driven consulting, working with leading firms such as MSD India, ZS Associates and Reliance Industries Limited. I am a creative, analytical, self-motivated, and innovative individual, who strives to provide value and impact through my work.Currently As a Strategic Forecasting Manager at MSD, I apply my expertise in advanced forecasting techniques to deliver accurate and insightful forecasts and analytical solutions for multiple therapy areas. I collaborate with stakeholders across departments, such as Marketing, Manufacturing, Human Health, Finance, and Market Research, to build robust assumptions and improve forecasting capabilities. I also drive continuous enhancements to the forecasting process, identifying key levers, insights, and findings to inform decision making and strategy.In past I have successfully managed and delivered projects on multi-channel marketing analytics, ETL and DBM, and data privacy operations, using skills such as SQL, PPT, and client handling. I have a MBA degree from IIT Kharagpur, with a focus on Operations and Finance, and an Executive Development Program certificate from Singapore Management University.
Experience
Strategic Forecasting Manager
Apr 2023 — Present · Pune, IN
Demonstrated expertise in advanced forecasting techniques within the HHDDA (Human Health Digital Data and Analytics) cross-functional environment.2. Successfully managed multiple therapy areas, showcasing strong pharmaceutical knowledge and effective project management capabilities.3. Conceptualized and delivered accurate forecasts and analytical solutions, utilizing strategic and statistical techniques.4. Drove continuous enhancements to forecasting capabilities, identifying key levers, insights, and findings to inform decision making.5. Collaborated with stakeholders across departments including Manufacturing, Human Health, Finance, Market Research, and senior leadership to build robust assumptions and improve forecast accuracy over time.6. Leveraged innovation and automation to optimize forecasting processes, incorporating best-in-class statistical forecasting methods for improved accuracy.7. Effectively communicated with stakeholders, proactively resolving conflicts and ensuring smooth collaboration.8. Consistently delivered forecasts in a timely manner, efficiently utilizing allocated resources.9. Demonstrated expertise in determining optimal forecasting methods, considering contextual factors, data availability, desired accuracy, and timeline constraints.10. Contributed to the evolution of offerings through innovation, standardization, and automation of various models and processes.11. Synthesise complex information into clear and actionable insights
Education
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Science
2008 — 2011
National Institute of Technology Surat
Bachelor’s Degree, Chemical Engineering
2012 — 2016
Singapore Management University
Executive Development Program, Finance, General
2019 — 2019
IIT Kharagpur - Vinod Gupta School of Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations and Finance
2018 — 2020
Skills
- Sap
- Chemical Engineer
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- English
- Leims
- Microsoft Office
- Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Research
- Microsoft Excel
- Powerpoint
- Teamwork
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